Senior Technology Engineer

Just imagine bringing LEGO® packing technologies to life. Then make it real. As a Senior Technology Engineer in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Engineering, you'll help bring new packing and automation technologies from concept into scalable manufacturing at our Richmond, Virginia site.

About the role

The NPI Engineering team bridges the gap between Research & Development (R&D) and manufacturing, helping turn innovative ideas into reliable production. As a Senior Technology Engineer, you'll shape how new packing and automation technologies are introduced, ensuring they're technically ready, scalable, and set up for long-term success.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical liaison between NPI Engineering, R&D teams, and automation vendors, ensuring new technologies are introduced in line with global standards and site readiness.
• Lead the deployment and integration of automated packing lines, robotics, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), and connected systems, ensuring seamless integration with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and plant infrastructure.
• Oversee automation integration across Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), plant networks, mechanical and electrical controls, supporting the successful start-up and ramp-up of new operations.
• Troubleshoot complex automation and MES issues, using root-cause analysis, performance monitoring, and data-driven corrective actions to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain technical standards, equipment configuration documentation, and integration guidance, while mentoring engineers and technicians and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver sustainable automation solutions.

Requirements

• Significant experience in automation-intensive manufacturing environments, ideally within packing systems or other high-volume operations.
• Strong knowledge and experience of automation systems, robotics, AGVs, PLCs, SCADA, and MES.
• Experience leading the commissioning, validation, and ramp-up of multi-vendor automated equipment.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex automation issues and drive structured root-cause analysis.
• Confident translating technical design intent into clear operational procedures, documentation, and standards.
• Strong communication skills and experience working with engineering teams, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and technology partners.
• Fluent in English and willing to travel domestically and internationally.

Nice to Have

• Experience with automated packing equipment, case packing, palletizing, or material handling systems.
• Experience with AGV fleets, warehouse automation, or intralogistics systems.
• Familiarity with ISO9001 or similar quality or technical governance frameworks.
• Experience working with global R&D or engineering organizations.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Pay

The salary for this position ranges from $93,989 to $140,983 annually, based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The definitive compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate’s professional background, experience, operational needs, and other considerations permitted by law.

Benefits

• Family Care Leave: Enhanced paid leave options for important life moments.
• Insurances: Life and disability insurance coverage for all colleagues.
• Wellbeing: Access to the Headspace App and local wellbeing initiatives and programs.
• Colleague Discount: Generous discount on LEGO products from day one.
• Bonus: Eligibility for bonus rewards when company goals are achieved.

Schedule

This is an on-site position based at our LEGO Virginia manufacturing factory in Richmond. The hybrid work policy averages 3 days per week in the office; role eligibility will be discussed during the recruitment process.